Stephanie Archer
St. Andrews,NB
Summary
I am a passionate, versatile, and enthusiastic educator with diverse areas of expertise, experience and interests. Connection and collaboration with students, staff, and parents is a hallmark of my practice. I am a "big picture" thinker who sees the dense interconnectedness that is constantly at play within the system of school.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Teacher
Anglophone South School District
05.2015 - Current
- Fulfill daily teaching and supervisory duties as outlined by teachers and administrators.
- Engage students on a personal level through conversations.
- Demonstrate flexibility in changing circumstances.
- Create and deliver emergency lesson plans.
Music Teacher, Vincent Massey Elementary School
St. Andrews Arts Council
01.2016 - 12.2023
- Created a comprehensive K-5 music program focusing on singing and instrumental playing skills, music literacy, creative movement, ensemble playing, composing, improvising, and exploring literature through music.
- Collaborated with teachers to strengthen classroom learning through musical activities.
- Created school wide concerts, musicals, and special performances.
- Employed the Circle of Courage framework to support learning and classroom management.
Music Teacher and Learning Support Teacher
Charotte County Christian School
10.2020 - 05.2023
- Provided one-on-one academic support for students in consultation with teachers
- Identified challenges and recommended supports to teachers for struggling students
- Created year long curriculum outlines and assessment requirements for teachers to follow.
- Provided music education in the same manner as at VMES
Community School Coordinator
Burnaby School District
01.2010 - 06.2014
- Built strong relationships with school partners and diverse community stakeholders.
- Facilitated conversations between parents, teachers, administrators, and community partners to identify areas of need and develop actionable solutions.
- Gathered, analyzed and used data to inform decisions and keep meetings results oriented.
- Successfully completed grant applications, kept accurate accounting records, created and oversaw implementation of projects, and wrote final reports.
- Engaged in leadership training through Burnaby School District and the City of Burnaby
- Facilitated leadership opportunities for students, parents, staff, and community members through school and community projects and endeavors
- Collaborated with community stakeholders to create, implement, and oversee employees in the delivery of after school programs.
- Collaborated with the local community association in overseeing all aspects of summer day camps for students.
Music/Band Teacher
Burnaby School District
01.2000 - 12.2010
- Demonstrated commitment to personal growth by attending professional conferences, seeking feedback from colleagues and mentors, and staying current on research trends within the fields of music education, challenging student behaviours, and school leadership.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
- Established positive learning environments by setting clear expectations and fostering open communication between students, parents, and staff.
- Created and supervised school wide special events in collaboration with staff and parents.
- Delivered professional development workshops to music educators.
- Assisted with designing and delivering district wide professional development days through membership on the District Professional Learning Committee.
- Organized and produced annual district-wide Festivals of Beginning Bands for many years.
Teacher; Music, Band, English
ASD-South (formally School District 10)
09.1994 - 06.1999
- Created and delivered lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Participated in multiple provincial middle level writing assessments as an evaluator.
- Created, organized, and delivered professional development opportunities for teachers as a member of the district professional development committee
- Developed provincial music curriculum for Middle Level.
- Engaged broad community involvement in a school musical production, "Grease".
Teacher; Band, English, Religious/Moral Education
Eastern Townships School Board
09.1993 - 06.1994
- Created and delivered lesson plans aligned with curriculum outcomes.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Participated in professional learning opportunities.
- Supported staff members in the delivery of school wide programming and special events.
Education
Masters of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Victoria
Victoria, BC10.2005
Bachelor of Education -
Mount Allison University
Sackville, NB05.1993
Bachelor of Music - Music Education
Mount Allison University
Sackville, NB05.1992
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Conflict Resolution
- Creative Problem Solving
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Facilitating and Executing
Languages
French
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Hobbies
I am a passionate learner and ferocious reader. I express myself creatively through fiber arts (spinning, felting, sewing, knitting, rug hooking). I have enjoyed playing in community bands and choirs throughout my adult life.
Timeline
Music Teacher and Learning Support Teacher
Charotte County Christian School
10.2020 - 05.2023
Music Teacher, Vincent Massey Elementary School
St. Andrews Arts Council
01.2016 - 12.2023
Supply Teacher
Anglophone South School District
05.2015 - Current
Community School Coordinator
Burnaby School District
01.2010 - 06.2014
Music/Band Teacher
Burnaby School District
01.2000 - 12.2010
Teacher; Music, Band, English
ASD-South (formally School District 10)
09.1994 - 06.1999
Teacher; Band, English, Religious/Moral Education
Eastern Townships School Board
09.1993 - 06.1994
Masters of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Victoria
Bachelor of Education -
Mount Allison University
Bachelor of Music - Music Education
Mount Allison University
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